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REGISTERED NURSE
Professional Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with an extensive background as a Respiratory Therapist with over 24 combined years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in acute care environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Work History
Company Name - Registered NurseCity, State01/2012 - Current
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
  • Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of cardiac patients in challenging procedural environment
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including cardiac and electrophysiology procedures
  • Led successful 3-person team comprised of RNs and RT
  • Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Company Name - Registered NurseCity, State05/2011 - 01/2012
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Provided patients with education regarding conditions and treatments to help address concerns.
  • Implemented immunotherapy procedures to help desensitize patients to severe allergens.
  • Reviewed patient medical information and completed thorough physical examinations, discussing current symptoms and concerns to gain complete picture of present health and wellness.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Company Name - Rehabilitation Registered NurseCity, State03/2011 - 01/2012
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluated patient care plans
  • Helped clients adapt to altered lifestyles while providing therapeutic environments for clients and families
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
  • Provided direct patient care for patients who had rehabilitation needs prior to discharge
Company Name - Respiratory TherapistCity, State11/1999 - 05/2011
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators and delivered airway management per protocol
  • Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement
  • Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to deliver client satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards
  • Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions
  • Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses
  • Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services
  • Aided physicians with various procedures, including bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Skills
  • Medication Administration
  • Collecting vitals
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Patient Assessments
  • Acute care expertise
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • First Aid/CPR
  • BLS, ACLS certified
  • Diagnostic Cardiac Cath Laboratory Operations
  • Patient and Family Communications
  • Problem Solving
Education
Expected in 11/2020Grand Canyon UniversityCity, StateBachelor of Science: Nursing
03/2011Excelsior CollegeCity, StateAssociate of Science: Nursing
08/2003Pueblo Community CollegeCity, StateAssociate of Science: Respiratory Therapy

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1997The University of MontanaCity, StateAssociate of Science: Respiratory Therapy

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School Attended

  • Grand Canyon University
  • Excelsior College
  • Pueblo Community College
  • The University of Montana

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
  • Respiratory Therapist

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Nursing
    Associate of Science : Nursing
    Associate of Science : Respiratory Therapy
    Associate of Science : Respiratory Therapy

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